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Foreclosures Creating Certain Jobs from NBC – Tucson, Ariz. During the real estate boom construction was a hot job. The market and all of the foreclosures has since eliminated demand. But some people are finding that the foreclosures are increasing their work load. In these hard times, locksmiths like David Bunch have seen business boom. "I've seen a big increase. I used to do 5 foreclosures a month two years ago. Now I average 4, 5 a day," says Bunch. And in a time many people are struggling, he admits that he’s fortunate to have found work in this challenging market. More Bill Would Require Background Checks for Locksmiths from King5.com Rep. Jim McCune has proposed legislation that would require criminal background checks for locksmiths. House Bill 1531 would require all applicants and registrants who perform locksmith services to periodically obtain a criminal background check. The bill would deny or revoke registrations if a background check reveals a violent or sex offense or various felonies. The cost of background checks would be covered by fees paid by the employer or applicant. The measure is based on model legislation from the Associated Locksmiths of America. More Consumer Alert: Locksmith Fraud from CNBC When you need a locksmith, chances are you’re not looking out for fraudsters. Get them in and out to unlock your door – whether it’s your home or car – and be on your way. But an investigation by NBC affiliate WRC in Washington D.C. found that locksmith scams are on the rise. More Economy Driving Safe Sales Higher from The Daily Courier Don Simpson is getting a lot more visitors these days. Amid the economic downturn and troubles in the banking sector, people are visiting Simpson at his safe store in Chino Valley, Ariz., kicking the tires on a safe that will protect their valuables. Simpson says consumers are more conscious about safes as unemployment soars and a possible increase in crime. More Surveillance Systems Pay Off from ABC- WSIL Police say business owners who install surveillance cameras can help protect their property, the public, and even help solve other crimes. Police say that businesses with surveillance cameras can also help solve crimes without even knowing it. That's because, while the cameras may be focused on their property, they can also see things going on far in the distance. More ID Cards: Protecting the Nation or an Open Door for Fraudsters? from Info4Security.com Stewart Hefferman explores the potential pitfalls of the Government’s national ID card scheme, raising concerns that it may be vulnerable to cloning if more thought isn’t put into its implementation. More Tips on Getting the Best Insurance for Your Small Business from SmartBiz.com There are a variety of different insurance policies that your small business may need. Finding the right type of insurance at the right price is essential for the success of your company. Below are some simple tips that will help you get the best insurance for your business. More Get Organized to Get More Out of Your Business from USA Today We have all heard about R.O.I. — Return on Investment. It's a useful way to analyze whether you are receiving sufficient bang for your buck for your efforts. But have you ever considered your R.O.O. — your Return on Organization? More Get the Latest ALOA Legislative Update Here!

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